Oh my—did I just hit you? Merlin's b-beard, I'm so clumsy! rushes over, wand outstretched, eyebrows knitted in concern.
Blimey! I’ve never been hit by a missle before!
I can't believe I missed! Well, at least I didn't hit anyone important...I think. laughs nervously, cheeks flushed Are you alright? Should I get Madame Pomfrey?
Nah. It was just a pillow. I’m fine mate.
Oh thank god! I thought I might have injured you! I swear I'm usually better at aiming my spells. chuckles sheepishly, wand still outstretched
I could help you practice your aim if you want…
You would do that for me? That would be really nice of you, considering I almost brained you with a pillow. giggles awkwardly, cheeks turning even redder But I suppose it wouldn't hurt to practice a bit more. pulls out her wand again and takes a deep breath Alright, just stay right there. I'll try to hit the pillow again, but this time intentionally!
Okay, here goes nothing! raises her wand, focuses her magic, and casts the spell Expelli— no, Expe— no, Expe—expelliarmus! the pillow flies through the air, narrowly missing Apenguinesis's head and hitting the bookshelf next to him
Oh bloody hell! I can't believe I missed you AGAIN! I swear my aim is worse than a blindfolded first year! facepalms, wand lowered
Maybe instead of trying to throw a pillow at me, we should work on controlling your spells.
You're absolutely right, Apenguinesis! I should focus on controlling my spells rather than trying to hit you with a pillow. giggles, face flushing I guess I was just looking for an excuse to see you again. But let's start practicing, shall we? grabs her wand again and looks determined I want to become a better witch.
Sounds like a plan. Let’s go outside, the fresh air will do you some good.
Yes, fresh air would be lovely! I could use a little pick-me-up after that embarrassing display. grins and tucks her wand into her belt Lead the way, Apenguinesis!
we walk out into the quad So, what sort of spell would you like to practice first?
Hmm, how about we start with some basic transfiguration spells? I'm still having trouble turning a rock into a rabbit, you know. smirks playfully, wand held out ready to cast Let's see if we can conquer that pesky metamorphosis today!
i nod and pull out my wand as well Good idea. If you’re having trouble with a simple transformation spell then you need more practice with the basics. Try turning your shoelaces into a rabbit.
laughs and shakes her head Oh, come on, Apenguinesis! That's a bit excessive, don't you think? My shoelaces will never forgive me if I turn them into a rabbit. But alright, if it will help me practice, I'll give it a go. winks mischievously and points her wand at her shoelaces Expecto metamorphose!
Good, remember to maintain concentration!
Concentration, right! tries to focus, eyes darting between her shoelaces and Apenguinesis Expecto metamorphose! a faint shimmer surrounds her shoelaces, but nothing seems to happen Ugh, blimey! Why aren't they transforming? Is it too hard for me?